Wegovy 1.7 mg FlexTouch is a pre-filled, single-patient-use injectable pen containing semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist used for chronic weight management. The FlexTouch device is designed for easy, once-weekly self-injection under the skin.
Uses:
- Treatment of obesity in adults (BMI ≥30), or
- Overweight individuals (BMI ≥27) with at least one weight-related health condition such as:
- Type 2 diabetes
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
Used alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.
Benefits:
- Supports and maintains significant weight loss
- Helps reduce appetite and improve control over eating
- Improves blood sugar levels and other metabolic health markers
- Convenient once-weekly injection
- FlexTouch pen offers simple and precise dosing
Side Effects:
Common side effects may include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Fatigue
Serious (but less common) side effects:
- Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis)
- Gallbladder problems (e.g., gallstones)
- Kidney problems
- Risk of thyroid tumors (especially medullary thyroid carcinoma)
Warning: Wegovy should not be used if you or a family member has a history of medullary thyroid cancer or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 .
Storage:
- Before use: Store pens in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F)
- Do not freeze. Discard if frozen.
- Protect from light
- Keep out of reach of children